What I Learned About Loyalty Clubs At G2E And How ZorkFest Is Ahead Of The Curve

I was at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) all week and spent some time listening to casino loyalty panels. So, instead of another look at what you can expect to see at ZorkFest 2025 from Dec. 5-7 at M Resort, I’ll share some thoughts on why the TravelZork community and ZorkFest are important. G2E is […]
Learn Video Poker | How to Get Started

Learn Video Poker | Generally, video poker has better long term theoretical odds than slots but you have to learn how to play it. You must find and play only machines with the best pay tables and learn the strategies well enough to get close to realizing the best odds you can find.
Quotable Casino and Gambling Quotes

The Inveterate Gambler is always interested in gambling words of wisdom. Below you will find some of my favorite gambling quotes. Some are classic, some profound; some are just random musing. They come from celebrates, titular characters or just everyday players.
When You Gamble Perfectly But Still Lose

You’ve heard the expression, “The operation was a success but the patient died.” What does it mean? Could it relate to the concept of: “Gamble Perfectly But Still Lose?”
Vegas News | 2 New Poker Rooms, $20 Guy Fieri AYCE, and Pushing Dirt Around The Old Tropicana Site

The new summer display at the Bellagio Botanical Gardens & Conservatory is different. See pics below and learn about it here. A few press pics of Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens display "Glam Menagerie: A Surrealist Summer" pic.twitter.com/np3UyXwdWq — Marc (@MeltzVegas) May 28, 2025 This isn’t new, but I don’t remember seeing the brochure for […]
Holsteins is Back on May 29th

That’s right, Holsteins is back, baby! The beloved burger and shakes spot formerly at Cosmopolitan Las Vegas re-opens at it’s new location at 1216 Main Street on May 29th in the Arts District. I’m a burger lover, this has been documented on various VegasBright articles and on my YouTube Channel. I had two favorites, the […]
We’re the Least Profitable Guests for Casinos (And That’s a Good Thing)

So, as it turns out, TravelZork Readers are considered the least profitable guests. How I know this: I’ve been sitting on this topic for a couple of weeks since the most recent round of casino corporation earnings calls. I listen to casino operator earnings calls every quarter for news you won’t hear elsewhere until there’s […]
Amphora Lounge at Borgata Offers Amazing Value

The Amphora Lounge at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City offers one of the best value experiences for travelers and gamblers who leverage points, miles, and casino loyalty programs. For just $12.50 per person in MGM Rewards Points (comps), guests with MGM Gold status or higher gain access to a high-end lounge with […]
Vegas News | New Poker Rooms, Free Concerts Downtown and More!

We skipped most of the Vegas News last week to give a heads up about reserving M Resort hotel rooms for Zorkfest before the NFL announced whether or not the Raiders would be playing a home game on the same weekend. The good news is that rates haven’t changed much, if at all, even though […]
Gambling on an Emerald Princess Cruise

Princess Cruises offers profitable gambling opportunities through Video Poker play funded by room charges and, potentially, the use of discounted Princess gift cards to offset gambling charges. You may also find additional value through Princess’ casino loyalty program. Although Princess’ Jacks or Better Video Poker games have about a 97% return to player (3% house […]